Psychology of Makeup

By Andrea Waguespack

When is lipstick more than just lipstick? Find out why women's warpaint is about more than just vanity.

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Red lipstick

Women go to great lengths to keep their pucker pretty, and red lipstick seems to do the trick. One study found that the color red grabs a man's attention more than green or blue, so it makes sense to go bold with red-hued lips. Case in point: Gwen Stafani, who is known for her signature red pout, nabbed hottie rocker Gavin Rossdale. We think she's on to something.

Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic

2of11

Red lipstick

Women go to great lengths to keep their pucker pretty, and red lipstick seems to do the trick. One study found that the color red grabs a man's attention more than green or blue, so it makes sense to go bold with red-hued lips. Case in point: Gwen Stafani, who is known for her signature red pout, nabbed hottie rocker Gavin Rossdale. We think she's on to something.